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Last Updated: Feb 13, 2017 - 1:45:37 AM |
The second annual Run for Pompey set for Georgetown, Exuma, The Bahamas on October 8 has been postponed due to the expected passing of Hurricane Matthew this week.
“Hurricane Matthew is expected to travel through The Bahamas and impact islands and cays throughout the archipelago over the next four days,” said Jeff Todd, race founder and Director of Communications for GIV Bahamas. “Our first thought is with the people of The Bahamas, many of whom are still recovering from the devastation of Hurricane Joaquin last year. Once Matthew has passed, we will assess and then announce a new date but we are hoping that it will be very soon, as early as later this month or in November. We are hopeful that damage to the islands will be minimal and are encouraging everyone to prepare and keep themselves safe.”
Todd said that plans had been shaping up for the race named in honour of a slave who became a national hero, risking his life to keep enslaved families together. Held for the first time last year, the Run for Pompey attracted nearly 200 participants, including many local schoolchildren.
“This year’s race and all the related activities was shaping up to be really exciting,” said Todd. “We had entries from Africa and one from Australia as well as Canada, the U.K. and the U.S., but what was really special was the enthusiasm and energy of the local Exuma community. Run for Pompey is shaping up to be one of the signature events on the Exuma calendar.” When the Run is rescheduled, participants will have a choice of six options, a 2k ‘George Town Dash’ for youngsters or anyone who wants to take part, a 5k run/walk presented by BAF Financial with proceeds to go to cancer research, 10k half marathon for runners 16 and older, 42k marathon for 18 and older and a 50k ultra marathon, also for those 18 and older. The 50k is the only ultra-marathon in The Bahamas. All races are professionally timed. More than a dozen companies are sponsoring. They include BAF, the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, GIV (charitable foundation) Grand Isle Villas, Sands Truly Bahamian Beer, Caribbean Bottling, supplier of Dasani water, Bahamas Watch Exchange, Catch-a-Fire, Chat ‘n’ Chill, Ty’s Sunset Bar & Grill, BahamasLocal, Diane Phillips & Associates, Sports 4 and SuperClubs Breezes. Several sponsors are offering prizes for participants, including experiences at Breezes, Grand Isle and a $1,200 watch from Bahamas Watch Exchange.
Golden Girl Olympic gold medalist Pauline Davis-Thompson is event patron for the second year and Grand Isle repeats as host hotel.
For further updates or to register, check www.runforpompey.com.
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